An exercise in power and control

OEMs continue to make progress with battery-powered machines and alternative fuels as more ports in the US line up for government incentives for low and zero emissions equipment.

Automation, central to ongoing discussions between the ILA and USMX, is viewed by Konecranes’ CEO as the way forward for port equipment.

The Port of Virginia has ordered four low-profile STS cranes from ZPMC to meet height restrictions and service ULCVs at the Norfolk International Terminal.

Cavotec secured €6.5m in orders to supply shore power systems to two Mediterranean ports, enabling emission-free docking for cruise ships and RoRo vessels.

APM Terminals Maasvlakte II has revealed a massive order for up to 71 Konecranes AGVs to support its capacity expansion project at the Port of Rotterdam.

Konecranes reported a net profit increase of over 40% year-on-year for both the third quarter and year-to-date figures, driven by strong performance in its service and port solutions segments.